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In a futuristic twist on the classic "Cinderella," a resourceful young girl works among tools and sprockets on a distant planetoid, aspiring to repair advanced rockets. When the prince’s ship encounters mechanical trouble on the night of the interstellar ball, Cinderella’s mechanical skills and a fairy godrobot’s guidance come to the fore. She races across space to ensure the ship’s repair, blending classic fairy‑tale charm with science‑fiction adventure. The story celebrates an independent heroine, highlights space travel and mechanical ingenuity, and delivers a bright, happy ending.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Deborah Underwood
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